Market calmness has taken a backseat lately. Japan's bond yields spiked after a sudden election and tax reduction plans shook investor confidence. This caused a massive sell-off in long-term bonds, reminiscent of the chaos following Trump's tariff announcements. Across the Pacific, Trump's renewed
In a significant legal development, a Japanese court is set to announce its decision on the case of Tetsuya Yamagami, the man accused of assassinating former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. This event, which took place in July 2022, sent shockwaves through the nation. Yamagami, now 45, was apprehended im
Legendary Entertainment, the studio behind hits like \"Dune\" and \"A Minecraft Movie, \" has teamed up with Japanese broadcasting giant TBS Holdings Inc. This isn't just another business deal; it's a strategic move to bring Japanese stories to a global audience. The deal involves TBS investing $15
Japan is buzzing with political moves. The ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) is thinking about ending the current parliament session soon. They might call a surprise election for February. This is not a usual step. It shows they want to use the prime minister's popularity to their advantage. Pr
Japan's buildings and landscapes are on display in Montreal. The show is called "Built Environment: An Alternative Guide to Japan. " It is at the Université du Québec à Montréal's Centre de design. This show is open until January 25, 2026. It features 80 projects from all over Japan. These projects
Japan is worried. China might stop sending them important minerals. These minerals are used in many things. Like phones, cars, and even weapons. China said they will not send items that can be used for both good and bad things. They did not say which items. But some people think they mean rare eart
Japan is not happy with China's recent move to stop exporting certain tech items. These items can be used for both regular and military purposes. China's decision is part of a bigger argument between the two countries. The trouble started when Japan's leader made a statement about Taiwan. Japan sai
China has taken a firm step in its ongoing disagreement with Japan. It has decided to stop sending certain goods to Japan's military. These goods are called "dual-use" items. They can be used for both civilian and military purposes. This decision comes after a Japanese leader made some strong state
Kazuma Okamoto, a standout baseball player, has roots deeply planted in Japanese culture. Born and raised in Gojo City, Nara Prefecture, Japan, his early life was shaped by the local community and schools. From Kitauchi Elementary to Higashi Middle School, his education and early exposure to basebal
In Japan, there's a special trail called the Shikoku pilgrimage. It's a long walk with many temples along the way. Before entering each temple, people do a simple ritual. They wash their hands and rinse their mouths with water from a wooden ladle. This ritual is about more than just being clean. It'
